Head librarian library at Tredyffrin Township Libraries Paoli, PA

Head librarian library job at Tredyffrin Township Libraries. Paoli, PA. Full job description Tredyffrin Township is seeking to fill the position of Head Librarian to support Paoli Library. The Head Librarian will be responsible for managing all branch operations including regularly attending meetings; assist the Board and Director with developing short and long-term plans; assist with the preparation of the annual budget; implements the collection development plan and materials selection; coordinate the finance process with CCLS; oversees interlibrary loans; review program areas; oversees special library activities. This position will be responsible for the supervision of all Paoli Library staff. The Head Librarian will be responsible for community outreach including communicating plans, policies and procedures to the public, promoting interest in the library programs. This role will be accountable for the Paoli branch facilities, including preparing cost estimates to plan for improvements; responsible for all materials and supplies for the facility. Responsibilities Manage all branch operations, ensuring that they are conducted to achieve the organization’s goals within the available resources. Specific duties include: • Regularly attends the following meetings to maintain an understanding of organizational and system goals: Tredyffrin Township Library Board of Trustees, District Librarians’ Meeting, and System Advisory Council. Additional meetings may be required at times. • Assists the Board of Trustees and the Director of Libraries in the development of short- and long-range library plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports, and recommendations; coordinates department activities with other departments and agencies as needed; prepares a variety of reports and maintains necessary operating records. • Assists in the preparation of annual budget requests; assures that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within budget; performs cost control activities; monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control; assures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time. • Implements the collection development plan and materials selection policy to ensure the highest quality possible collection is purchased and available for public use. • Coordinates finance process with Chester County Library System Finance department and Tredyffrin Public Library including Accounts Payable and Deposits. Coordinates contracts and purchasing with Tredyffrin Public Library where applicable. • Oversees interlibrary loans and in-house reference work. • Reviews program areas, oversees changes or new programs to meet library needs of the community. • Oversees various special library activities throughout the year, such as book sales. Supervision of assigned staff. Specific duties include: • Determines work procedures and expedites workflow; studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations; reviews progress and directs changes as needed. • Communicates official plans, policies, and procedures to staff. • Trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned staff. • Assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures. • Maintains harmony among workers and resolves grievances; assists subordinates in performing duties; adjusts errors and complaints. Outreach to the community. Specific duties include: • Communicates official plans, policies, and procedures to the general public. • Promotes interest in library programs through publicity, program brochures, cooperation with various community groups, and public contacts; speaks before citizens groups, students, and other business and civic organizations. • Answers letters of inquiry and talks with patrons; addresses public and civic organizations to inform the public of policies, procedures, and the availability of facilities for public use. • Maintains liaison with other departments as well as state, local and other public officials. Branch facilities. Specific duties include: • Prepares cost estimates to plan and provide for improvements in the library facilities; oversees library improvements. • Supervises the control of, and is responsible for, all materials and supplies used in the maintenance, construction and repair of the library facilities. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree • ALA accredited master’s degree preferred At least three years public library experience with increasing responsibility At least two years supervisory experience Contacts This is a full-time, exempt position with excellent benefits. Starting salary is $55,000-$65,000 depending on experience. EOE. Subject to background/drug screens. Email resume, employment application (required), and professional references to tred_hire@tredyffrin.org or mail to: Tredyffrin Township, Attn: Human Resources, 1100 Duportail Road, Berwyn, PA 19312.